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micro
eXtra
™
User Guide
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Contents
Welcome
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Description
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Preparation
Replacing the battery
Identifying left and right hearing systems
Inserting micro eXtra hearing system with
micro tube into your ear
Inserting micro eXtra hearing system with
earmold into your ear
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Operation
Switching ON/OFF
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Maintenance
Microphone Protector
Micro tube and dome
Important points
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Warning
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Service and Warranty
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Phonak distributors worldwide
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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing the micro eXtra hearing
system, the smallest value class behind-the-ear
instrument from Phonak. micro eXtra uses the latest
advances in digital hearing technology to offer you the
ultimate combination of hearing miniaturization,
hearing performance and comfort. This inconspicuous
hearing system provides you – in a fully automatic
manner – with the highest sound quality, speech
understanding and listening comfort in all your personal
hearing situations.
Please read this manual carefully to benefit from
all the features of your new micro eXtra hearing system.
Ask your hearing care professional if you have any
questions.
micro eXtra is a quality product developed by the Swiss
company Phonak, a world leader in hearing technology,
innovation and reliability. With proper care and
usage, your micro eXtra will support your hearing and
understanding for many years.
If you want additional information about micro eXtra,
please visit the Phonak website www.phonak.com
Phonak – your partner for good hearing!
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Description
micro eXtra
hearing system with
micro tube
Microphone inputs with Microphone
Protector
Battery compartment
with ON/OFF switch
(two sizes: 312 standard,
10 option)
Micro tube (sound output)
Dome
Retention
micro eXtra
hearing system with
earmold
– see above
Hook /sound
output
Individual
earmold
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Preparation
Replacing the battery
Use battery size 312 for all micro eXtra behind-the-ear
instruments (microBTE).
Using the nail grip , open the battery compartment
completely and remove the old battery .
Remove the protective
foil from the new
battery .
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Insert the new battery with the “+” sign (flat
side of the battery) in line with the “+” marked on
the battery compartment and close it .
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Preparation
Replacing the battery
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Handle the battery compartment with care and
do not use excessive force.
If there is any resistance when shutting the
compartment, ensure that the battery is inserted
correctly.
The compartment may not close properly if
the battery is upside down, and the instrument
will not work.
When your hearing system is not in use, leave
the battery compartment open to allow any
moisture to evaporate.
We recommend to only use batteries which your
hearing care professional approves and sells.
Low battery warning
An acoustic signal gives you an early warning
that the battery is approaching exhaustion.
Usually you have at least 30 minutes to replace
the battery. With very high quality batteries,
this reserve may be much higher and the hearing
system will repeat the low battery warning
approximately every 30 minutes.
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Preparation
Identifying left and right hearing systems
It is important to use the correct instrument for each ear.
Your hearing care professional can mark the instruments
for you with a color code placed on the case under
the nail grip of the battery compartment. The color code
is visible when the battery compartment is opened.
It will identify left and right instruments as follows:
red = right hearing system
blue = left hearing system
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Inserting micro eXtra hearing system with
micro tube into your ear
Open domes
Place the hearing system over the top of
your ear .
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Preparation
Hold the micro tube where it attaches to the dome and gently push the dome into your ear canal. The
dome should be placed far enough into the ear so that
the micro tube lies flush with your head.
Place the retention tail of the micro tube into the bowl
of your concha .
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Closed domes
The closed dome has a different design than the open
dome, refer to picture (page 11). The closed dome
consists of two fins overlapping each other. Before
inserting the closed dome into the ear canal it is
important to check the position of these fins. The bigger
fin must be positioned over the smaller fin, see
picture . If the position is incorrect , you can easily
adjust it with one finger, just bend smoothly the
bigger fin forwards and then back again so that it is
overlapping the smaller one, see picture . Make also
sure that the slit of the closed dome is in a horizontal
position on the tube unit, as shown in picture . Your
closed dome and external receiver unit is ready to be
inserted into the ear, refer to page 11.
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Preparation
Correct position
Wrong position
Moving the fins
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Inserting micro
eXtra hearing
system with
earmold into
your ear
Using the hand on the same side you wear your
hearing system, grasp the earmold between the thumb
and index finger.
Raise your hand to your ear making sure the canal
portion of the earmold faces your ear. Tilt your hand
slightly forward.
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Preparation
Place the canal portion of the earmold inside your ear
canal. If it is difficult to get it into place, stretch your ear
by pulling it gently backwards and upwards with your
other hand. When the canal portion is in place, twist the
earmold backwards so that it fits into the concha and
the helix portion is under the fold.
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Check the placement of the earmold by tracing the
contour of the ear with your finger.
To remove your hearing system, grasp the earmold and
not the tubing and pull it out of your ear gently but
firmly.
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Operation
Switching ON/OFF
Switching OFF
Using the nail grip,
slightly open the
battery cover until it
snaps into its OFF position.
Switching ON
Close the battery
compartment
by pressing on
the base of
the instrument.
Your hearing care professional may have delayed the
start-up of your micro eXtra hearing system (9 or 15
seconds once it is switched on), in order to avoid any
disturbance when placing it on your ear. The start-up
is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
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Maintenance
Microphone Protector
Important: The Microphone Protector is an exclusive
Phonak system designed to protect the micro eXtra hightech microphones from dirt, which may damage them.
The Microphone Protector can be replaced if needed.
Your hearing system should never be used without the
Microphone Protector. Your hearing care professional
can tell you whether the Microphone Protector should
be exchanged or not.
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Maintenance
Important: Consult your hearing care professional
about changing the Microphone Protector if you
experience any of the following:
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The hearing system sounds quieter than usual.
There is a reduction in sound quality.
Understanding in noise becomes more difficult.
It becomes more difficult to determine the
direction of sounds.
Micro tube and dome
The following care and maintenance instructions will
help extend the life span and ensure the quality and
comfort of your micro eXtra hearing system.
The micro tube feeds the amplified sound from the
hearing system into the ear. It is important that the
micro tube and the dome fit correctly into your ear.
If the micro tube or the dome irritates your ear in any
way and prevents you from wearing your hearing
system, please contact your hearing care professional.
You should never attempt to modify the shape of the
micro tube yourself. The micro tube and the dome
should be cleaned regularly, according to the following
instructions:
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Maintenance
Detach the micro tube from the hearing system
as follows:
• Hold the micro tube in one hand and the hearing
system in the other hand.
• Gently twist the micro tube 90° and pull it
straight out, away from the hearing system .
90°
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Use a damp cloth to clean the outside of the micro
tube and dome.
Use the cleaning rod to clean the inside of the micro
tube and dome. Gently insert the cleaning rod
where the micro tube attaches to the hearing system
and push it all the way through the micro tube and
out through the dome . After cleaning it is important
to remove the cleaning rod.
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Maintenance
Attach the micro tube onto the hearing system as
follows:
• Hold the micro tube in one hand and the hearing
system in the other hand.
• Push the micro tube on to the hearing system
until it is snug .
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The micro tube and dome should never be submerged
or rinsed in water, as there is a risk that a water
drop may become lodged in the micro tube. If this
should occur, it will prevent sound from coming
through the micro tube, and may be harmful to the
hearing system’s electronics.
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The micro tube and dome should be changed every
three months or sooner if the micro tube becomes
stiff or brittle. Only your hearing care professional
should change the dome. This is to prevent the
dome from detaching from the micro tube during
insertion into the ear.
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Maintenance
Important points
1) Always use new batteries as replacements.
You can return empty batteries to your hearing
care professional.
2) Protect your hearing system from excessive
moisture and heat. Always remove your hearing
system before showering, bathing or swimming.
Do not leave your hearing system near windows or
in a car. Avoid strong jolts and vibration.
3) Daily cleaning and the use of a drying system
are highly recommended. We recommend CleanLine
from Phonak to care for your micro eXtra hearing
system. Your hearing care professional will gladly
advise you. Never use household cleaning
products (washing powder, soap, etc.) to clean your
hearing system.
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4) Hair spray, face creams and make-up can damage
your hearing system. Remove the instruments
before applying cosmetics.
5) If you experience any soreness or inflammation
in or behind your ear, contact your hearing care
professional.
6) If your hearing system fails to operate after you
have correctly inserted new batteries, contact your
hearing care professional for advice.
The symbol with the crossed out disposal
bin indicates that this hearing instrument
shall not be treated as household waste.
Please hand over your old or unused hearing
instrument to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment or bring your old
hearing instrument to your hearing care
professional for appropriate disposal. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and human health.
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Warning
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Hearing system batteries are toxic when swallowed!
Keep them out of reach of children and pets. If
batteries are swallowed, please seek the advice of
a medical practitioner!
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Use only hearing instruments that have been
specially programmed for you by a hearing care
professional. Other instruments may be
ineffective and may, in certain cases, even damage
your hearing.
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X-ray radiation (e.g. CT scans, MRI scans) may
adversely affect the correct functioning of your
instruments. We recommend that you remove
them before undergoing X-ray procedures and keep
them outside the room.
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Hearing instruments in directional microphone
mode (dAZ) reduce mainly background sounds.
Warning signals coming from behind and vehicles’
horns approaching from behind are partially or
completely suppressed.
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Service and Warranty
Phonak offers you a comprehensive global warranty
which becomes effective on the date of purchase.
Please ask your hearing care professional about the
details and duration. This warranty covers any repairs
due to defects in material and/or workmanship.
The warranty does not cover damage from improper
handling or care, exposure to chemicals, immersion
in water or undue stress. Damage caused by third
parties or non-authorized service centres renders the
Phonak warranty null and void. This warranty does
not include any services performed by a hearing care
professional in his office.
This warranty applies to the Phonak products listed
below:
Serial number
instrument – right:
Serial number
instrument – left:
Date of purchase:
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Phonak distributors worldwide
Group companies:
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
China
Denmark
France
Germany
Italy
Japan
Jordan
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
USA
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(detailed information on
www.phonak.com)
Phonak Australasia Pty. Ltd.
Baulkham Hills N. S. W. 2153
Hansaton Akustische Geräte GmbH
5020 Salzburg
Lapperre N.V., 1702 Groot-Bijgaarden
CAS Produtos Médicos
São Paulo – SP 04363-100
Phonak Canada Limited
Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1V9
Phonak (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.,
Shanghai City 200233
Phonak Danmark A/S, Nitivej 10
2000 Frederiksberg
Phonak France SA, 69500 Bron
Phonak GmbH, 70736 Fellbach-Oeffingen
EC Representative
Phonak Italia S.r.l., 20159 Milano
Phonak Japan Co., Ltd., Tokyo 101-0044
Phonak Middle East, 11181 Amman
Phonak B.V., 3439 ME Nieuwegein
Phonak New Zealand Ltd., Takapuna
Auckland 9
Phonak AS, 0105 Oslo
Phonak Polska Sp. z o.o., 00-567 Warszawa
Phonak Ibérica S.A., 03008 Alicante
Phonak AB, 117 43 Stockholm
Phonak AG, Phonak Schweiz, 8712 Stäfa
Phonak UK Limited
Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1PP
Phonak LLC, Warrenville, IL 60555-3927
Independent
A complete list of Phonak distributors
general distributors: is available at Phonak's Internet site:
www.phonak.com. Please visit us or
ask your hearing care professional for
information.
Manufacturer:
Phonak AG, Laubisrütistrasse 28
CH-8712 Stäfa, Switzerland
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The CE symbol is confirmation by Phonak AG that
micro eXtra products and accessories meet the
requirements of directive 93/42/EEC on medical
devices.
This symbol indicates that micro eXtra products
comply with requirements for a BF type applied part
according to EN 60601-1.
Safety notice External devices may only be connected if they have
been tested in accordance with corresponding
IECXXXXX standards. Only use accessories approved by
Phonak AG.
Operating
conditions
The hearing system has been designed for trouble-free
operation under all ordinary climatic conditions.
Transportation Temperature should not exceed limits of –20°/60°
and storage Celsius at a relative air humidity of 65% for extended
conditions
periods during transportation and storage. Air pressure
between 500 and 1100 hPa is not detrimental to the
instrument.
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